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For Valérie Poulin and Robbert-Jan Brems, dance has always been the centerpiece of their lives. With her roots in contemporary, jazz, and ballet, and his breaking experience, they united their passion to create Danse Bloom™.

Together, they’ve created an app to revolutionize how dance careers take off globally. Driven by an unshakable determination and a deep-rooted devotion to the dance community, the duo is now stepping into the spotlight with Danse Bloom™ — and they’re here to make their mark.

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Valérie Poulin

Co-founder, CEO, Entrepreneur en pointe, and Global Explorer

A seasoned wanderer, Valérie honed her dance education skills across the globe, training in cities like Brussels, New York, and Vancouver. Inspired by her passion for art and innovation, she built Danse Bloom™, an app dedicated to empowering the next generation of dancers—her top priority.

At Danse Bloom™, Valérie is a pivotal force in growing the community, spearheading marketing, guiding artists, and recruiting dance companies. Known for her perfect blend of artistic sensitivity and entrepreneurial boldness, she’s redefining what it means to lead in the world of dance.

Focused bboy in motion wearing a purple t-shirt and curly brown hair

Robbert-Jan Brems

Co-founder, CTO, B-boy, and Belgian-of-All-Trades

A former b-boy from Belgium, Robbert-Jan toured Europe with his crew while building a name as a renowned technical artist. Known for his ability to solve any challenge, Robb brings 12 years of experience with top tech companies, solidifying his reputation as a true polymath.

As co-founder of Danse Bloom™, Robb oversees user experience and digital development. Sociable and community-driven, he’s passionate about making technology as effective and accessible as possible for dancers everywhere.

Photos: Marie-Ève Dion

Our why

Helping dance artists worldwide to better showcase their craft.

Connection

We connect people in the dance community, one relationship at a time. Together, we build a supportive and inspiring community. These online connections pave the way for offline interactions, creating rich and organic human experiences.

Boldness

While others see barriers, we see opportunities to shine. Breaking the mold inspires us. When we speak, we do so with boldness and total honesty. Our vision is global—an ambitious pursuit that fills us with pride and confidence.

Kindness

We put our community's well-being at the center of every decision. We consider the ethical use of data and the impact of our content, always questioning and pushing to bring more positivity into the world. When in doubt, we have respectful and empathy-driven conversations to better understand the road ahead.